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Health Science Major I chose Heidelberg because of the small campus and having the opportunity to receive one-on-one engagement with professors & faculty. I majored in Health Science because growing up I always knew that I wanted to make a difference in other people’s lives and work in healthcare. Both of my parents have always worked in business

Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because I really liked the science buildings, especially the cadaver lab. I majored in Biology because I wanted to pursue a career in dentistry. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was transitioning to online classes during COVID and I handled it by becoming more willing to ask for help from

Integrated Media Major I chose Heidelberg because it would be silly not to! Heidelberg has so many pros (and very few cons, if any at all) that it would be crazy to not take advantage of enrolling. I majored in Integrated Media because its content is what I surround myself with. I'm a huge media nerd. I'm totally enthralled by film, television

Economics Major I chose Heidelberg because it felt like somewhere I could make my home. I majored in economics because I want to show the world of politics just how monetarily feasible saving the environment can be. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was beginning my time on campus during COVID, and I handled it by getting involved

Psychology Major I chose Heidelberg because all of the opportunities available and the immediate feeling of home when I stepped on campus. I majored in Psychology because I strive to understand and make new discoveries about the mind in order to help others and improve humanity for the better. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home. Having gone to a Montessori high school for three years that was small and allowed me to have one-on-one connection with my teachers, was something that I was looking for. I wanted to make sure that my professors knew me. My parents were impressed by Dr. David Hogan’s honesty during our first meeting in

I chose Heidelberg because of the flexibility that they offered. When I was going through my college search, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to study – I had many interests, and wanted to do something that would help me explore all of them. Heidelberg’s several majors gave me the safety net of knowing that I could change my major without losing the

I chose Heidelberg because of the family atmosphere on campus along with the relationship that I formed with soccer coaches Pat Svihlik and Steven Smith. I majored in Accounting/Business Administration because I wanted to combine my analytical interests with my desire to learn successful practices of businesses. Above all, Heidelberg prepared me to

I chose Heidelberg because of the friendly atmosphere and the connections the faculty make with their students. I majored in Accounting because I fell in love with the stories that numbers tell and I was excited for the opportunity to help others through the field of accounting. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was balancing work

I chose Heidelberg because of their amazing cadaver program and I had family members who attended here. I majored in Biology because I love science and it is very important for my graduate schooling. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was getting adjusted to the complications of COVID. I handled it by doing as much as I could with

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like a community from the moment I stepped on campus. I majored in Psychology and Criminology because they are topics I have always felt passionate about. However, the department and professors always made me feel welcome and supported, even when I was at home for a full school year due to COVID. A major challenge

I chose Heidelberg because I wanted the opportunity to study in the cadaver lab. I also was drawn to the small student-to-professor ratio. I majored in Biology for undergrad and Business Administration for my graduate studies because I want to become a registered nurse and eventually have the ability to manage a whole staff of nurses. A major

I chose Heidelberg because I loved the welcoming environment, the thorough understanding of struggle with the means of help, the atmosphere of encouragement, and the culmination of different perspectives. I majored in Theatre Acting and History because I always wanted to study and further my knowledge in both areas. I wanted to explore the side of

Originally I chose to come to Heidelberg because I did not want to stop playing a sport. I majored in Psychology because it just seemed to click with me and was easier to understand. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was that I kept having to take a year off here and there because of my military commitment, and I handled it by

I chose Heidelberg because I had the opportunity to continue my sports career, as well as receive a well-rounded education. Another reason was because of the PlusOneAdvantage® MBA degree that Heidelberg offered. I majored in Health Science because my future career goal is to become a chiropractor. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg

Every admissions day session I have attended, they also have us talk about “Why I chose Heidelberg.” Honestly, I didn’t choose Heidelberg. I couldn’t say that to prospective students, of course, so I crafted some sentimental story using bits and pieces of truth. I didn’t choose Heidelberg at first. I was 17, and I didn’t know what I wanted. I only

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home. I majored in Accounting and Psychology because I wanted to pursue all of my interests. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was the pandemic and I handled it by creating a better balance in my life and becoming more organized. Above all, Heidelberg prepared me to lead. Outside of the

I chose Heidelberg because the moment I got onto campus it felt like home. Everyone we met said hi and made sure we were having a good time. People always told me that I would know which school I wanted to go to when I walked on campus. They were right; the second I walked on campus I knew this is where I was supposed to be. I majored in Health

I chose Heidelberg because of the welcoming atmosphere and the AJY Junior Year program. I really wanted to be able to study abroad for a whole year, as opposed to only a semester. I also liked the small campus atmosphere. I majored in English because reading and writing have always been my main academic interests, as well as recreational hobbies

I chose Heidelberg because the smaller campus and smaller class sizes made me feel like a priority. Everyone feels like family here and the pride everyone has for the school made it feel like the right choice. I majored in Business Administration because I feel that it is important for female representation in a male-dominated major. I also enjoy